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Skills for Disagreeing Better

Host Organization: State
State/Region: OR
Setting: In-person
First Presbyterian Church of Woodburn 950 N. Boones Ferry Rd (on the corner of 214), Woodburn

Note: This event is to be attended in person. In this polarized time, we lack basic understanding of why people on the other political side hold their beliefs. We don’t see them as they see themselves–their core values and central concerns–but instead as we choose to see them. We are tempted to regard our own […]

Depolarizing Within – IN PERSON

Host Organization: Braver Angels - Multi State
State/Region: NH
Setting: In-person
Kilton Library 80 Main Street, West Lebanon

Multi-State event near West Lebanon, NH A free workshop to help you become more aware of your "inner polarizer" and learn methods for disagreeing without contempt and ridicule About this event Polarization can be driven by how we talk with like-minded people about those on the other side. Too often, we stereotype, dismiss, or ridicule […]

Film Discussion – “Undivide Us” – Film and Panel Discussion

Host Organization: Westchester Braver Angels Alliance
Partner Org(s): Halston Media
State/Region: NY
Setting: In-person
Bedford Playhouse 633 Old Post Road, Bedford

We choose films that address social, political or cultural issues that are relevant to society today. They may highlight liberal-leaning, conservative-leaning or independent themes, or feature actors or directors from opposite sides of the political spectrum. We'll be discussing the film Undivide Us. This event will take place at a local theatre/playhouse. It is a […]

Being Civil in a Polarized Country: What We Can Do

Host Organization: Braver Angels of Tompkins County
Partner Org(s): Catholic Charities Tompkins/Tioga
State/Region: NY
Setting: In-person
St. Catherine of Siena Parish Hall 309 Siena Drive, Ithaca

As a nation, we are polarized and divided. Pope Francis challenges us to respond by building a “better kind of politics, one truly at the service of the common good”. We are called to overcome division, promote encounters with our neighbors, and seek the truth. Learn some skills to do just that.

Event Series Lunch Chats

Lunch Chats

Host Organization: Braver Angels
State/Region: UT
Setting: Online
Online US

Meet us for Lunch and a Discussion on current events, politics, and good news. Come tell us how you see it! ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org

Families and Politics – IN PERSON

Host Organization: Braver Angels
Partner Org(s): Dakota County Library System
State/Region: MN
Setting: In-person
Heritage Library 20085 Heritage Drive, Lakeville

Family relationships can be casualties of a toxic political environment. Preserve important family bonds while staying true to your values. About this event Family relationships can become casualties of a toxic political environment. Family members are having bitter political arguments, avoiding each other, or even cutting off lifetime relationships. If you want to preserve important […]

On the Ballot! Ranked Choice Voting Civic Dialogue

Host Organization: Oregon Statewide Alliance
State/Region: OR
Setting: Online
Online US

* Local Focus: Oregon Note:  Registration is limited due to the interactive nature of this event. The event will be recorded and shared via the Braver Angels Oregon newsletter for those unable to attend us live. Online Event. Join us for an engaging evening focused on Measure 117 Ranked Choice Voting for Federal and State […]

Event Series BA Organizer Training – Online

BA Organizer Training – Online

Host Organization: BA National
State/Region: - National
Setting: Online

Restricted Attendance: Trainees should register as a trainee Organizer before attending the first session. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe5lVgDgX7RqttcoyufixBmkGos1sQp5BpiiGT-XWq-dzjKeA/viewform Braver Angels Organizers fill an essential volunteer function and are often the glue that holds BA workshops together. This 90 minute, weekly training is led by Organizer trainers, Casey and Yvonne. The four week training schedule starts on the first […]

Braver Angels Indiana Red/Blue Weekly Lunch

Host Organization: Braver Angels of South Central Indiana
State/Region: IN
Setting: Online

Local Focus: Indiana Weekly lunch meeting of the BA IN Red/Blue lunch group.

Depolarizing Ourselves – IN PERSON

Host Organization: Braver Angels
Partner Org(s): University of St. Thomas
State/Region: MN
Setting: In-person
University of St. Thomas 2115 Summit Ave., St. Paul

Note: This free* event is to be attended in person.  Polarization is fueled by how we talk about those on the other side of an issue. Too often, we ridicule, dismiss, or stereotype our fellow citizens. When Braver Angels addresses “polarization,” we are not referring to healthy disagreements over issues or philosophy. We are addressing […]

Skills for Disagreeing Better

Host Organization: State
Partner Org(s): Advocacy Partners of the United Methodist Church
State/Region: IL
Setting: Online

Note: This event is to be attended online. In this polarized time, we lack basic understanding of why people on the other political side hold their beliefs. We don’t see them as they see themselves–their core values and central concerns–but instead as we choose to see them. We are tempted to regard our own side […]

Forum for Braver Angel Mental Health Professionals

Host Organization: Other
State/Region: - National
Setting: Online
Online US

* Restricted Attendance: This forum is open to mental health professionals, including psychologists, social workers, psychiatrists, marriage and family therapists, psychiatric nurses, life coaches, registered counselors, and school counselors. Join us for a Braver Angels forum where mental health professionals from across the political spectrum gather online to connect and provide information and support to […]

Depolarizing Within – In Person

Host Organization: Braver Angels Alliance Capital Region NYS
Partner Org(s): Cobleskill United Methodist Church
State/Region: NY
Setting: In-person
Cobleskill United Methodist Church 107 Chapel Street, Cobleskill

A free workshop to help you become more aware of your "inner polarizer" and learn methods for disagreeing without contempt and ridicule About this event Polarization can be driven by how we talk with like-minded people about those on the other side. Too often, we stereotype, dismiss, or ridicule our fellow citizens who support the […]

Depolarizing Within – IN PERSON

Host Organization: Building Bridges Alliance
State/Region: ME
Setting: In-person
Central Lincoln County YMCA ME

A free workshop to help you become more aware of your "inner polarizer" and learn methods for disagreeing without contempt and ridicule Polarization can be driven by how we talk with like-minded people about those on the other side. Too often, we stereotype, dismiss, or ridicule our fellow citizens who support the other political party, […]

Families and Politics

Host Organization: Braver Angels Alliance of Central NC
Partner Org(s): Common Thread Church
State/Region: NC
Setting: In-person
Common Thread Church 2011 Ridge Rd., Raleigh

Family relationships can be casualties of a toxic political environment. Preserve important family bonds while staying true to your values. About this event Family members are having bitter political arguments, avoiding each other, or even cutting off lifetime relationships.  If you want to preserve important family bonds while still being true to your values and […]

Red/Blue Workshop – Sessions 1 & 2

Host Organization: State
State/Region: MI
Setting: In-person
Northwestern Michigan College, Scholars Hall, Room 101 1450 College Drive, Rm 101, Traverse City

A forum to discuss your own viewpoint, without judgment, and get real answers to sincere questions of understanding from other viewpoints. About this event Description Join us for a free two-part intensive workshop that brings together Red (conservative or Republican-leaning) and Blue (liberal or Democratic-leaning) citizens for moderated activities and structured discussions that reduce stereotyped […]

Skills for Disagreeing Better

State/Region: VA
Setting: In-person
TBD - Charlottesville VA Charlottesville

Note: This event is to be attended in person. In this polarized time, we lack basic understanding of why people on the other political side hold their beliefs. We don’t see them as they see themselves–their core values and central concerns–but instead as we choose to see them. We are tempted to regard our own […]

Crossing the Continental Divide – IN PERSON

Host Organization: Braver Angels Fairfax County
Partner Org(s): Danville Public Library Department
State/Region: VA
Setting: In-person
Ruby B. Archie Public Library Auditorium 511 Patton Street, Danville

Note: This event is to be attended in person. Tickets are free. To prevent spam registrations, use promo code BRAVER. Crossing the Continental Divide provides participants with an introduction to Braver Angels and an overview of its principles. During this presentation participants will: Participate in two brief activities (one taken directly from the Depolarizing Within […]

Skills for Disagreeing Better

Host Organization: Inland Empire Alliance
State/Region: CA
Setting: In-person
Shop Suey 120 Orange St, Redlands

Note: This event is to be attended in person. In this polarized time, we lack basic understanding of why people on the other political side hold their beliefs. We don’t see them as they see themselves–their core values and central concerns–but instead as we choose to see them. We are tempted to regard our own […]

Event Series BAU Lunch Chats

BAU Lunch Chats

Host Organization: Braver Angels
State/Region: UT
Setting: Online

Meet us for Lunch and a Discussion on current events, politics, and good news. Come tell us how you see it! ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org

Depolarizing Within – IN PERSON

Host Organization: Braver Angels Alliance - Europe
State/Region: Europe
Setting: In-person
American Library of Paris 10 Rue du Général Camou, Paris

Local Focus: American Library of Paris, 10 Rue du Général Camou, 75007 Paris A free workshop to help you become more aware of your "inner polarizer" and learn methods for disagreeing without contempt and ridicule About this event Braver Angels is a non-profit non-partisan organization devoted to bridging the partisan divide and strengthening the democratic […]

Depolarizing Within

Host Organization: Oregon Statewide Alliance
State/Region: OR
Setting: In-person
IKE BOX Cafe 299 Cottage St NE, Salem

A free workshop to help you become more aware of your "inner polarizer" and learn methods for disagreeing without contempt and ridicule About this event Polarization can be driven by how we talk with like-minded people about those on the other side. Too often, we stereotype, dismiss, or ridicule our fellow citizens who support the […]

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